Transmission Line Design in Structural Engineering – Ep 078
In this episode, we talk to Cody Forell, Structural Design Engineer at Sunflower Electric Power Corporation, about transmission line design and what it is like working as a structural engineer at an electrical utility. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Cody:
The Civil Engineering Workforce: Challenges and Opportunities – Ep 210
In this episode, I talk to Matthew Low, P.E., Senior Vice President at Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc., about challenges and opportunities in the civil engineering workforce, and how engineers can overcome these challenges to excel in their careers. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Matthew:
How This Engineer Used Wrestling to Train Students on Public Speaking Skills – Ep 276
In this episode, we talk to Nathaniel (Nat) Forgotson, Vice President, and Program Manager at Science Systems and Applications, Inc about effective public communication skills for engineers, and how he used wrestling to train students on public speaking skills. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Public Speaking Skills:
Learning to Lead and Succeed with ‘SFA’: Success From Anywhere
COVID forced “work from home.” Then evolved the idea of “work from anywhere” – whether that be home, a local café, or other workspace. As we work through the sometimes half-hearted attempts to bring our employees back to the office, the organizational development and talent attraction and retention idea that I believe will stick is […]
InSAR and Finite Element Analysis in Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 050
In this episode, we talk to Andrew Lees, Ph.D., MICE CEng, Director of Geofem, Global Application Technology Manager at Tensar International, as well as Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Southampton about Finite Element Analysis, Geogrid Stabilization, InSAR, and what the future looks like for geotechnical engineering. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the […]
A Framework for Quality Control for Engineering Professionals | Part 5: TWEAK – Ep 006
In this episode of The Engineering Quality Control podcast, we continue with the 5-Part Framework for Quality Control and focus on the fifth and final aspect of this framework, which is known as TWEAK (debriefing). Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode:
Tecnologías de Ensayos No Destructivos para Pavimentos II
En mi artículo anterior sobre tecnologías de ensayos no destructivos para pavimentos, destaqué la importancia de dichas tecnologías durante y después de la construcción de carreteras. Los ingenieros y técnicos confían más en los métodos de pruebas no destructivas (NDT, por sus siglas en inglés) para evaluar las características, la calidad y el rendimiento de […]
5 Things We’ve Learned from the Civil Engineering CEO Show
Good advice is invaluable. And for engineers, hearing advice from leaders in their industry can provide new ways of thinking and even a boost of confidence and reassurance in their work. BigTime Software recently partnered with the Engineering Management Institute as a founding sponsor of the show, The Civil Engineering CEO show, that features interviews […]
Non-Destructive Testing Technologies for Pavements II
This is a guest blog by Emil G. Bautista In my previous article on non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies for pavements, I highlighted the importance of such technologies during and after the construction of highways. Engineers and technicians are relying more on non-destructive test (NDT) methods to evaluate the characteristics, quality, and performance of the materials […]
Top Career Takeaways From Two Successful Engineers – Ep 077
In this episode, Mat and Cara talk about three career takeaways that stood out for them throughout their careers, and how those experiences helped them to grow as engineers. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Their Career Takeaways: